‘As a group of black kids, it was odd walking the streets of Tralee. We got a lot of looks’
Poet and spoken-word artist Dagogo Hart has written a new children’s book about his experience of moving from Nigeria to Ireland
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Interviews, travel, recipes, fashion, gardening, advice columns, and more from the Irish Times Magazine supplement
Three unique new spa treatments to try in Ireland, with prices starting from €145
From Castlemartyr Resort to Ballyfin Demesne, these new treatments are worth knowing about
Spice and Rice takeaway: These chips are amazing – better than you’ll get in most chippers
A takeaway where the supporting cast sometimes outshines the stars
My grandad’s hobbies are listening to the Dubliners and complaining about still being alive
Grandad would tell me to come home soon because he didn’t ‘have long left’. It worked. I went home to Sydney every year
The Cow Pub & Kitchen restaurant review: This D4 spot is good but it could be better
The Chophouse’s successor is good, and everything works, but at these prices, competence is not enough
How much does an EV charger cost to install?
A guide to costs involved in installing electric vehicle charger
Irish surfing giant Al Mennie: ‘I started going into the sea after dark. I couldn’t see the world, and the world couldn’t see me’
The 6ft 5in Derry man helped put Irish big-wave surfing on the map, and now his focus has shifted to night swimming, which has been a balm for his mental health
Dagger: The ‘emotionally intelligent’ fashion that helped Luke Rainey escape Portush
For Luke Rainey, growing up gay in Portstewart, fashion was an escape
Safaris in South Africa: A party of zebras, munching rhinos, dirt roads, spectacular scenery and more
From safari pilgrimages in KwaZulu-Natal to ‘goofy’ surfing in Durban, South Africa offers pleasures rare and enticing
Is it a good idea to mix together leftover wines at home?
How to Drink Better: You could come up with a new master blend, or perhaps not
Why do my potatoes look warty – and are they safe to eat?
Symptoms of common scab are exacerbated by periods of sustained dry weather like we had in Ireland this spring and summer
We decided to drive the new EV across the country. It wasn’t long before things became tense
I looked for a charging point at every garage we passed. It was striking how few there were
‘I’m in my 40s and dating after my husband died – but I find the apps genuinely creepy’
Ask Roe: I spend my time feeling like a judgmental prude or feeling rejected by people I’ve never met
Gourmet getaways: The best places to eat and drink in Kenmare
Kenmare’s rich food tradition: from a sourdough that’s taken on holiday to an island vermouth
‘We fell in love with Ireland’: Meet the Ukrainians building new businesses and lives here
From baking to dance, food to interior design, Ukrainians fleeing the war have strived to make new lives in Ireland, although their long-term legal status remains cloaked in uncertainty
‘I think you should have a conversation with Honor about her drinking,’ Sorcha goes
We’re picking her up from the airport after her Leaving Cert holiday and – yeah, no – she’s mashed all right
Green flowering plants to bring calm to your garden
These plants have an unerring ability to be the all-important glue in any planting scheme
My pick of wines from the best European co-operatives
Co-ops haven’t always had the best reputation but some are producing wines that can compete with the best domaines
Two smoky fish recipes perfect for a tasty brunch or light meal
Sustainable smoked haddock is a delicacy worth seeking out
Mark Moriarty’s recipe for smoked haddock fish cakes with salsa roja
A delicious brunch idea from Mark Moriarty
Cullen skink with poached egg and mustard recipe
Hearty peasant food inspired by the Scottish coastal regions
Bagel Shop by Artybaker review: This authentically French Kimmage bakery offers the best bagels in Dublin
From jalapeño crust to dill-flecked cream cheese, every detail has been thought through
The couple on the Blasket: ‘There is no typical day here. The sea often has other ideas’
Camille Rosenfeld and James Hayes reflect on their summer stint as custodians
The best make-up products for your summer holidays, from blush to tinted serums
Sculpted by Aimee and Charlotte Tilbury products among versatile, space-saving favourites to bring on your next trip
I’ve promised to give a speech, but am freaking out. You see, I’m a big thick
This was supposed to be the year I would slow down, say no to things
Sofra restaurant review: I’ll be back to work through the rest of this menu
Real charcoal, real heat, and Adana cooked with the kind of focus most places only talk about
Six good value restaurants across Ireland: From ‘bustling’ Dublin eatery to seaside fish and chips
Inventive restaurants that offer great food at affordable prices
What have your online dating experiences been like? Share your stories
After 30 years of online dating, we want to hear about your experiences - the good, the bad and the ugly
Behind the scenes at Ireland’s leading trout farm: ‘The drive is not just money. For us it’s a little bit different’
The pens at Goatsbridge Trout Farm hold a beauty that’s easily appreciated. The farm has long been a pioneer in freshwater aquaculture in Ireland
‘I knew I deserved it’: An Irish chef’s journey from washing dishes in a cafe to a Michelin star
Carton House’s Adam Nevin reflects on working his way up through the restaurant business, the cycling accident that nearly derailed his progress, and wanting to serve dinner to Roy Keane
Love all: tennis styles that look good on the court and off it
There is a growing market for fresh, functional sportswear, and brands are taking note
‘I’m disappointed by my vegetable yield. How can I do better?’
Most of all, I’m disappointed by my beetroot plants, which never took off
Gardening feels like outdoor housework to me but my wife is caught in its grip
When I say Herself ‘announced’ to me that she would like a raised bed, I really mean ‘instructed’
What does the word ‘Côtes’ mean on French wine labels and is it important?
How to Drink Better: The best-known of the Côtes include the Côte d’Or in Burgundy and the Côtes du Rhône
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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